A Resort in Bangkok besides the great river with great amenities and outstanding views.
Though a bit far from central Bangkok and famous shopping districts but if you are looking for peace and tranquility in such a busy city - here is the apartment for you in Chapter One Modern Dutch Condo. Located on 27th floor - a small one bedroom studio apartment with great views of the King Rama Bridge and Chao Phraya river. From BKK airport if you like to avail public transport then using Rail link come to Phaya Thai and then change to BTS going towards Krung Thon Buri. Get off here and either take a taxi or get Bus number 6 (AC Bus). Google Maps will show you a wrong bus 85ร which does not operate there anymore. If the road is clear - you need 20 minutes to reach the condo; by bus its not more than 30 minutes. Taxi fare ranges between 119 - 200 depending upon traffic congestion; bus fare is 18 Baht.
There is a 711 inside the condo; an open area with small children play area and quite a few eateries and take-aways. I wonder why people put great reviews about some restaurants here - but I found them expensive and they give really little in that price. There are a few laundry shops; beauty parlors and massage centres. But probably they do not offer massages to males. Laundries are open 24/7- thats a good thing. You can fill up your water bottles over there as well. Bus stop is a minute walk from condo and taxi / Grab comes just outside the condo building. Big C Ratburana is 2 kilometers away and there is a very nice food court offering great deals about prices.
You need to pay 100 Baht one time fee for using gym; swimming pool; steam room. There is a kind of working space and library located just above the gym offering free to use WIFI and the atmosphere is outstanding. There is a small library as well.
This apartment is nice but I wont suggest this for families with kids. Reasons - its perfect for 2 people and living with a curious small kid at 27th floor needs special attention. You know what I mean - the balcony is open ofcourse with a railing/fence but.....
But..the host is fantastic. He allowed me an early check in and late check out - I am really grateful to him. Everything works perfectly in his apartment and he is a nice gentleman. And the price is just too affordable I guess. But please note it is an AirBnb- you are using someone home to stay and its not a hotel. Take care of everything as they are yours.
I am sure I will come back again.